DIY permanent magnet alternator for our homemade generator!

I realize this video is long,but I wanted to show how I built my own PMA for my upcoming DC generator. I'm going to build it using the Chinese diesel as my power source. This could also be used for wind/water generation as well. Thanks for watching, and don't forget to like,share, and subscribe!

[@davetrask2276]

More power!!!!

[@karlsoffroad]

I'm hoping that when I get it hooked up to my diesel, she'll make some usable power! The impact doesn't spin it fast enough.

[@amphibiousone7972]

Try using the claws of the rotor. You only need one magnet round and flat with a hole in the center with North South faces. The claws will carry the field to the stator.

[@karlsoffroad]

I tried that and didn't get much output.I used two speaker magnets. I thought it would work great and way easier. I have the video of that as well. I'm not sure I had strong enough magnets. Two of them fit nicely between the claws, though.

[@abu-zaiter]

you need long magnets and should be close to the coils

[@karlsoffroad]

They are just as close, if not closer than the claws were. The drill is only spinning about 200-300 rpm, and the motor will be spinning it at around 2500,so I'll test it as is and see what happens. I'll rebuild or modify as necessary. It's just a fun project to experiment with. Thanks for your suggestion!